2005 Opel Astra vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, both 2005 Opel Astra and 2005 Peugeot 307 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (74 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 18 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Opel Astra (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Astra | 307 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1146 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
